Commelina petersii
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Description
A perennial herb in the Commelinaceae family found in tropical regions, with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Asia, Botswana, East Africa, Ethiopia, Myanmar, Sao Tome and Principe, SE Asia,
Also Known As
Korde, Wet-gyut
References (1)
- Lulekal, E., et al, 2011, Wild edible plants in Ethiopia: a review on their potential to combat food insecurity. Afrika Focus - Vol. 24, No 2. pp 71-121
